Report: Sony to launch PS VITA in Europe next year

A source close to CVG reports that Playstation VITA will not launch in Europe until 2012. According to the details revealed, Sony is currently planning a January or February launch for Europe, while for US and Japan it still looks likely for Christmas 2011.

CVG source said, "Sony know it’s effectively gifting the festive handheld market to 3DS – but is still really confident of a success,"

"The overall strategy is that they want the hardcore to buy first and then spread the word. It’s a blow for us, but they think they can still do that in the UK without the Christmas sales boost."